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5 Tips You Should Know About Forced Air Heating

During the winter, one relies on their home furnace in Minneapolis to keep their home warm. One of the most popular options is forced air heaters. When using these in a home, people can use the following tips to help them make the most of their heaters.

What Is Forced Air Heating?

A forced air heating system uses a powerful blower fan to draw in air from your home and propel it over a heat source, which is typically the heat exchanger of a gas furnace or, less commonly, the heating coils of an electric furnace. The air absorbs the heat and is distributed throughout the home using a set of air ducts. For Minnesota homeowners, forced air heating systems offer several benefits:

They are economical to install and operate compared to boilers or hydronic systems with complex plumbing

By directly heating the air, they heat a home quickly, unlike radiator-based systems

They are simple and reliable, with parts like fans, belts, and motors that can be easily replaced

They help to improve indoor air quality by filtering the incoming air

Central air conditioning can be added easily, unlike hot water or steam boiler systems

Gas furnaces, the most common forced air heating systems, are extremely energy efficient

Forced air furnaces are one of the most popular heating options in Minnesota, and today’s gas furnace models offer excellent heat output, superior comfort, quiet operation, and anywhere from 80% to over 97% efficiency.

To learn more about the benefits of forced air heating for your Minnesota home, contact Total Comfort today!

Clean Filters

The filter traps debris, dust, and allergens. Without it, the air that people breathe indoors has much worse air quality. In order to keep the air quality good and the equipment operating properly, it’s important to clean the filter on a regular basis. It’s recommended to check it every month and replace it every 3 months for best results.

Schedule Seasonal Maintenance

Plan on having a professional check out the equipment before first turning the equipment on and when it gets turned off for the season. A professional will check the equipment for any issues and determine the best ways to fix them. Scheduling regular service calls helps homeowners catch problem before they become much larger and more expensive to fix.

Inspect Ductwork

In order to get the most of the heater, the ducts need to be in good condition. Inspect the ducts to check for signs of damage. Dents and dings in the sheet metal prevent the air from flowing freely through the vents. Repairing dents and covering holes ensure that the hot air can efficiently travel to the vents and keep the home warm.

Check the Register

Walk around the home to look for each of the registers. Make sure that the registers aren’t covered by any furniture, blankets, pets, etc. If anything is blocking them, take the time to move them. Make sure that air can flow impeded throughout the home so heat isn’t lost cooling furniture rather than the rest of the room.

Upgrade the Thermostat

Old thermostats cause lots of problems for homeowners. They make it difficult to determine the temperature of the home, adjust the temperature, and turn the heater on and off. If the home has an older thermostat, it’s time to upgrade it. Choose a programmable thermostat instead, which allows homeowners to determine the temperature at various times and days of the week. Keeping the temperature lower when people are asleep or away from home can save homeowners a lot of money throughout the season. When installing a new thermostat, it’s helpful to have a professional check it to make sure the thermostat is installed correctly and the sensors are in place.

On top of the tips mentioned above, consider doing the following:

Redirect ceiling fans to pull cool air up and push the heat back down towards the ground.

Check the seals on all doors and windows around the home.

Use rugs to insulate wood or tile floors.

Turn off bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans as soon as possible.

In order to get the most out of a home furnace in Minneapolis, homeowners need to know how to properly care for their HVAC system. On top of maintenance, these tricks can be used to ensure that the system is working properly and allowing the warm air to circulate the home.

See what your neighbors are saying.

Trustworthy, professional, and clean. These guys are top notch! Tim came in and took out the old furnace and Air. The other guys came back the next day and had it all handled. Our furnace wasn’t an easy install and we discussed it prior to the date. I took the time to go out and place the new pad for the Air conditioner. It’s my house! Nothing wrong with a little help. Give em a call!

Jeff F.

“We choose to belong to Total Comfort’s Preferred Client Club so that we stay ahead of maintenance issues on our HVAC system. Total Comfort’s literature states that they focus on member education, and we would very much agree with that. Bryan was an excellent communicator and helped us understand clearly why we should consider these upgrades, but he was not pushy. We also appreciated the fact that the same technician came to service our furnace and A/C unit, adding familiarity with our system and building trust with the technician to our list of reasons we like Total Comfort. We were very pleased with Bryan’s work and would definitely recommend Total Comfort as a quality HVAC company!”

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